Senior Software Engineer - Special Projects
Jobgether | United States | Today
$200,000 – $250,000/yr| full-time | remote | senior | 5+ years
skills: distributed systems, backend development, rust, c++, go, low-latency systems, high-reliability systems, security, blockchain, solana, trading systems, fintech, systems programming
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer - Special Projects in United States.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-impact, ground-up product in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The Senior Software Engineer will take full ownership of designing and implementing low-latency, high-reliability backend systems, working closely with product and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions. You will build critical systems for real-time data, transaction processing, and position management, making architectural decisions that define the product from day one. The position requires a strong focus on security, distributed systems, and performance, with the freedom to operate autonomously and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback. This is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling complex problems, building foundational systems, and working in an environment where their contributions have immediate, tangible impact.
Accountabilities
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-impact, ground-up product in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The Senior Software Engineer will take full ownership of designing and implementing low-latency, high-reliability backend systems, working closely with product and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions. You will build critical systems for real-time data, transaction processing, and position management, making architectural decisions that define the product from day one. The position requires a strong focus on security, distributed systems, and performance, with the freedom to operate autonomously and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback. This is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling complex problems, building foundational systems, and working in an environment where their contributions have immediate, tangible impact.
Accountabilities
- Design and implement core backend systems for new products from the ground up
- Develop low-latency, high-reliability services interacting with transaction pipelines and real-time data streams
- Own critical infrastructure components including order routing, execution, market data, and position management
- Ensure security at all levels, from transaction signing to user data protection
- Collaborate closely with product and infrastructure teams to iterate quickly based on user feedback
- Make key architectural and technical decisions as an early, high-impact team member
- Monitor system performance and reliability, ensuring uptime and responsiveness for critical processes
- 5+ years of software engineering experience, with significant work on distributed systems
- Strong systems programming skills; Rust preferred, but expertise in C/C++, Go, or similar is acceptable
- Proven track record building reliable, low-latency production systems
- Security-first mindset with understanding of attack surfaces, key management, and failure modes
- Experience or familiarity with blockchain infrastructure, particularly Solana, is a strong plus
- Ability to operate autonomously, handle incomplete information, and contribute in a 0-to-1 product environment
- Relevant experience in trading systems, exchange infrastructure, DeFi protocols, fintech backend systems, or high-frequency/low-latency systems
- Competitive salary: $200,000-$250,000 based on experience
- Above-market total compensation with multiple equity opportunities
- 100% employer-paid health benefits
- All-expenses-paid team retreats and conferences
- Weekly meal vouchers and additional perks
- Opportunity to work on high-impact, foundational systems with immediate product influence
- Collaborative environment with fast execution, technical excellence, and sustainable growth
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Benefits
competitive salary · equity opportunities · health benefits · paid team retreats · paid conferences · meal vouchers · perks